Government Relations Specialist – UAE

KBR Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Abu Dhabi, is seeking a Specialist, Government Relations to navigate UAE government processes and compliance. The role focuses on liaising with authorities, processing visa and licensing transactions, and maintaining precise records of employee documentation and approvals.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in Government Relations or related fields in the UAE, with fluency in Arabic and English and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Government Relations, PRO, HR, or similar in UAE.
• Experience liaising with UAE government authorities (MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA, GPSSA, ADPF, Economic Departments, Municipality).
• Familiarity with UAE labor laws, immigration regulations, and government procedures.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with government authorities and regulatory entities on behalf of the company.
• Process visa, labor, immigration, pension, and licensing transactions.
• Monitor regulatory changes and updates on government requirements and compliance obligations.
• Maintain accurate records of government transactions, approvals, and employee documentation.

Skills

Arabic-English communication

Multitasking

Documentation

Education

Diploma or bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

KBR, Abu Dhabi, is seeking a Specialist, Government Relations to navigate UAE government processes and compliance. The role focuses on liaising with authorities, processing visa and licensing transactions, and maintaining precise records of employee documentation and approvals.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in Government Relations or related fields in the UAE, with fluency in Arabic and English and strong MS Office skills.